TVI Assistant; Assistant Teacher of Blind & Visually Impaired

Catholic Charities Maine – Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired Children currently has a full-time opening for a TVI Assistant
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The TVI Assistant is a paraprofessional who provides in-person instructional and program support to children (ages 0–22) who are blind or visually impaired. The TVI Assistant works under the guidance of the Teacher of Blind and Visually Impaired Children (TVI) to implement educational programming that supports student access and independence in the least restrictive environment. Support includes instructional activities designed by the TVI in areas such as Braille prep, assistive technology, independent living skills, and social development.

This position is primarily field-based/in-person, with responsibilities carried out in homes, schools, or community settings, while collaborating with a remotely based TVI.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with a specialty in education for the blind/visually impaired from an accredited and recognized university or college program. Maine Dept. of Education certification (291) is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching children who are blind and visually impaired, including pre-school children. Experience providing virtual instruction and supervising or collaborating with paraprofessional staff is preferred.

• Choice of three comprehensive medical plans.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Accident & Critical Illness insurance with a paid Health Screening benefit (optional).
• Basic Life and Long-Term Disability insurance (100% employer paid!).
• 401(k) agency contribution.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Bereavement time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Health and Wellness program including up to $100 reimbursement per year on health and wellness purchases, as well as access to group & individual wellness coaching.

You may apply directly on our Career Center or send your resume and cover letter via email (hr department), fax ), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

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